1970 Fiat 130 vs. 1994 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1994 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1994 Reliant Scimitar. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1994 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 130 weights approximately 706 kg more than 1994 Reliant Scimitar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Reliant Scimitar. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1970 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Fiat 130 | 1994 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | Fiat | Reliant |
Model | 130 | Scimitar |
Year Released | 1970 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 894 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2140 mm |